Abstract
This article explores the pivotal role of the Uzbek Jadid movement in transforming the Uzbek literary language at the beginning of the 20th century. It analyzes how socio-political and cultural changes influenced linguistic developments and how the Jadids responded by modernizing the language. The study highlights their efforts in enriching vocabulary, reforming writing systems, and promoting literacy. By examining their contributions to grammar, punctuation, and stylistic norms, the article underscores the lasting significance of the Jadids’ work in shaping contemporary Uzbek language and education.